Former Union Minister Som Parkash has unveiled that construction of the mooted railway overbridge at the Khera Road railway crossing in Phagwara will start shortly, following the completion of the tendering process. The project, estimated to cost Rs 46 crore, is likely to ease traffic congestion and boost connectivity for residents and commuters travelling towards Basantpura and adjoining regions.
Som Parkash stated the overbridge would supply considerable relief to commuters and facilitate smoother movement of traffic in the region.
He stated he had facilitated the approval of five underpasses for Phagwara. Construction of the underpasses at Mauli and Nangal Khera had already been completed, while work on the Khera Road railway crossing project was now set to start.
He reiterated his commitment to making sure continuity in the city’s development and remarked he was making attempts to ensure the effective implementation of development projects undertaken by the Central Government.
Ahead of the forthcoming polls, Som Parkash appealed to voters to elect a nominee whom they considered honest and capable of working sincerely for the city’s development and the welfare of its inhabitants.
Those present on the occasion included his wife and BJP leader Anita Som Parkash, former Mayor Hoshla and Manjit Kumar, among others.
